About this qualification 

This qualification is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, prepare, deliver and review strength and conditioning programmes that will help athletes to achieve their performance goals. 

Who is it suitable for? 

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above who are working as personal trainers, sports coaches and strength and conditioning coaches. 

What are the entry requirements? 

Learners wanting to undertake this qualification will need to hold a level 3 personal training qualification, a level 3 coaching qualification (or equivalent) or a level 3 strength and conditioning qualification (or equivalent). Learners may also hold relevant higher education or further education qualifications that are equivalent to or higher than those listed above (such as physiotherapy, sports therapy). 

How is this qualification structured? 

To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve 2 units from the mandatory units. 

How is it assessed? 

Each learner must create a portfolio of evidence which is assessed by centre staff and externally quality assured by NCFE. 

Is employment or completion of work/industry placement required for this qualification? 

Work/industry placement experience is not required. 

What related qualifications can you progress to? 

Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to the following: 

• further education: 
  • NCFE Active IQ Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy 

Funding for our qualifications 

Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.